ABA Therapy in Downingtown PA
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Hours
- Monday through Friday: 8:30 - 6PM
- Saturday: 8AM-2PM
- Sunday: By Appointment Only
Clinical Director: Daniel Eichelberger, M.S
Education
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History from Muhlenberg College
- M.S. in Healthcare Administration from Immaculata University
Experience
- Years of Experience: 25
Dan was born and raised in Southeast Pennsylvania. He has been working with children in the behavioral health field for over 25 years. He has always enjoyed helping children and families get the help they need and improve their lives. Dan and his wife Lori have four children of their own, and he spends his time away from Helping Hands Family with “Team Eichelberger”.
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Autism services available for children ages 2 to 6 .
Child Autism Therapy Services
Helping Hands Family delivers proven and effective autism therapy for children in or near Downingtown, PA. We concentrate on early intervention for ages 2 to 6 by developing personalized autism treatment plans through engaging play-based sessions. This helps a child increase their progress in:
- Communication
- Social engagement
- Concentration and focus
- Mastering routines
- Positive behavior
After an initial assessment by one of our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), we design individualized autism therapy for your child based on their:
- Strengths
- Needs
- Interests
- Learning Style
- Motivations
Our Autism Treatment Approach
We specialize in ABA therapy, the most widely researched and endorsed autism treatment. ABA therapy is backed by:
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- U.S. Surgeon General
- American Psychological Association (APA)
ABA therapy is the gold-standard approach to autism care. It breaks down goals into achievable steps. Through consistent encouragement, play-infused sessions, and meaningful reinforcement, our approach helps children strengthen skills that matter in their daily lives.
Work with a Licensed Autism Therapist in Downingtown
As a member of the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP), Helping Hands Family holds itself to the highest ethical and clinical benchmarks in the field. Every child who receives treatment at a Helping Hands Family clinic works with a dedicated clinical team that includes:
- Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) – They design and oversee the treatment plan. BCBAs will review session data continuously and adjust the plan as your child grow. BCBAs hold a graduate degree in behavior analysis or a related field, complete supervised fieldwork hours, and pass a national certification exam administered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). Every BCBA at Helping Hands Family adheres to the BACB Ethics Code and receives ongoing training that goes beyond standard industry requirements.
- Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) – They deliver one-on-one sessions guided by the treatment plan. RBTs work directly with your child during sessions. In other words, they are the ones implementing the treatment plan, tracking your child’s progress, and making every session feel engaging and purposeful. BCBAs will then review session data continuously and adjust the plan as your child grows.
Who We Work With
Our Downingtown clinic serves children who have received an autism diagnosis and are ready to begin ABA therapy. Most of the children we work with are between the ages of 2 and 6, when early intervention has the strongest impact on long-term outcomes in communication, social skills, and independence.
We welcome families from across Chester County and the Greater Philadelphia area, including West Chester, Exton, Coatesville, Thorndale, Marshallton, Glenmoore, and Lionville. Most are within a 20-minute drive of our clinic at 350 Marshallton-Thorndale Road.
If you have questions about whether your child is a good fit for ABA therapy or what the intake process looks like, our Care Coordination team is happy to walk you through it.
Learn More About Our ABA Therapy in Downingtown, PA
Our autism clinic in Downingtown provides children with a welcoming and supportive space to learn, grow, and thrive through proven ABA therapy. Families in the area are invited to call us today to learn more about our autism services or ask questions about our approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages does your Downingtown clinic serve?
Our Downingtown location provides ABA therapy for children ages 2 to 6. Early intervention during these years has the strongest evidence base for long-term outcomes in communication, social skills, and independence.
Is ABA therapy covered by insurance in Pennsylvania?
Yes, Pennsylvania’s Act 62 (Autism Insurance Act) requires insurance coverage for medically necessary ABA therapy for children under 21 with an autism diagnosis. We are in-network with Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Highmark, Independence Blue Cross, Keystone First, UPMC, and others. Pennsylvania Medical Assistance covers ABA for eligible families. We can also offer some out-of-network options as well.
Who leads the clinical team at the Downingtown clinic?
Our Downingtown Clinical Director is Daniel Eichelberger, M.S., a Southeast Pennsylvania native with over 25 years of experience working with children in the behavioral health field.
How do I get started with ABA therapy at Helping Hands Family in Downingtown?
Start by giving us a call or submitting a parent contact form online. From there, our Care Coordination team will help you figure out which documents to collect, one of which should be documentation showing your child’s autism diagnosis. Once that’s in order, a BCBA will conduct an assessment to design your child’s individualized treatment plan.
What does a typical ABA session look like?
Each session is one-on-one between a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and your child, supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Sessions blend structured teaching with play-based activities tailored to your child’s interests, with goals tracked and adjusted based on session data.
In-Network Insurance
*We also have out-of-network and private pay options. Contact us to verify your insurance benefits today!